Chaired by Edinburgh-based Nigel Watson, the team at Burges Salmon LLP advises listed and unlisted companies on reward structures, incentive plans, and remuneration issues. Watson is highly experienced in handling high-value matters for a range of clients, including banks and healthcare and energy companies. Also in Edinburgh, Claire Withers is a key contact within the team, frequently assisting on incentives, tax, and share option plan matters. Both based in Bristol, Will Davis and Sam Taylor are other key contacts within the team.
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Key clients
- AOTI Inc.
- Laing Investments Management Services Limited
Work highlights
Advised the remuneration committee of AOTI Inc. on the legal, tax, and share plan aspects relevant to the company's $140m IPO on the Alternative Investment Market.
Practice head
Nigel Watson
Other key lawyers
Claire Withers; Will Davis; Sam Taylor